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Ray Widmer Obituary
GENEVA, Idaho – Ray L. Widmer Jr., 50, passed away at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center in Idaho Falls on Friday, Feb, 22, 2008, due to injuries suffered in an ATV accident.
He was born July 12, 1957, in Geneva, Idaho, to Ray and Betty Widmer. He lived his entire life in Geneva, where he loved working on his farm. He owned and operated Ray Man Trucking, LLC, a business he began in 1997. Ray also enjoyed spending time outdoors camping and hunting. He is a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Ray married Laura Marie Hunzeker on June 15, 1979 in Geneva, Idaho. They have two children, R.L. (JoAnne) and Jenna Widmer. He is also survived by his mother, Betty Widmer, four sisters, Terry (Ray) Haskell, Daleine Widmer, Susie Moore, and Jane Widmer, two brothers, John (Wendy) Mickelson, and Don (Teresa) Widmer, and his first grandchild expected in July. Ray was preceded in death by his father Ray L. Widmer and several other family members. He will be missed by many friends and family members.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, Feb. 28, at 12 noon in the Geneva LDS Ward Chapel. Friends may visit with family on Wednesday evening at Matthews Mortuary from 6 to 8 p.m. and on Thursday at the church from 10:30 until 11:45 a.m. The interment will be in the Geneva Cemetery with services under the direction of Matthews Mortuary of Montpelier.
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Greg Widmer
February 28, 2008
I'm so sorry hear this news. I will really miss Ray L. I'm sorry that I was not able to attend the services. My prayers are with you at this time of loss.
For those who don't know me, Margaret (Ray L. grandmother) and my father (David) are brother and sister.
Diana Rodemack
February 27, 2008
I am going to miss seeing Ray L laughing face. He always had the best stories and jokes. He also had time to talk to us when we came visiting. I am sorry for this great loss.
Albert Johnson
February 27, 2008
Ray L. and I were classmates and friends. I was so sorry to hear of his passing! My condolences go to His family.
Jenna Widmer
February 26, 2008
I've been through a lot of heartbreaking ordeals, but i never knew what real heartache was until daddy's little girl lost her daddy. Things will never be the same for me. A piece of me went with him when he passed on and nothing will ever replace it. He was my everything and I can't wait to see him again.
R.L Widmer
February 26, 2008
He was the best Dad anyone could ask for. I am so blessed to have so many memories of him. Thank you to everyone that has helped out and shared their sympathies. Dad will be missed dearly. I love you Dad.
Donald,and Carol McLain
February 26, 2008
The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.
Rachele Smith
February 26, 2008
Laura~ R.L~JoAnne~ Jenna~
I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time, as always.
Know that my heart aches with you, but you will all meet again.
Monty Love
February 25, 2008
There is only a few men I would say I loved like a brother and Ray was at the top of the list. I will miss him deeply with all my heart forever
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